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Vanderbilt basketball lands transfer Ace Glass of Washington State
Vanderbilt basketball lands transfer Ace Glass of Washington State
Paul Skrbina, Nashville Tennessean
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His name notwithstanding, Ace Glass is known more for his scoring ability than his rebounding prowess.
The former Washington State freshman guard, who averaged 16.4 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.3 assists last season for the Huskies, will be bringing all of his game to Vanderbilt basketball next season.
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The 6-foot-3, 185-pounder announced on Instagram on April 18 that he will transfer to play for the Commodores and coach Mark Byington for the 2026-27 season.
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dunks the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dunks the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dunks the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: AK Okereke #10 of the Vanderbilt Commodores attempts a three point basket against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles against Sam Hoiberg #1 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles past Cale Jacobsen #31 and Braden Frager #5 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Devin McGlockton #99 of the Vanderbilt Commodores is helped to his feet by Duke Miles #2 during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Devin McGlockton #99 of the Vanderbilt Commodores reacts after being knocked down by Berke Buyuktuncel #9 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Devin McGlockton #99 of the Vanderbilt Commodores is fouled by Cale Jacobsen #31 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Nickel #5 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles the ball past Cale Jacobsen #31 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores fans cheer during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Assistant coach Nate Loenser gestures during a timeout in the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; A Vanderbilt Commodores band member plays prior to a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; A Vanderbilt Commodores band member plays prior to a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; The Nebraska Cornhuskers mascot cheers during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Sam Hoiberg (1) drives to the hoop past Vanderbilt Commodores guard Duke Miles (2) during the first half of a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores forward Jalen Washington (13) drives to the hoop past Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Braden Frager (5) during the first half of a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dunks the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dunks the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Vanderbilt basketball guard for Commodores, Mark Byington
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dunks the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dunks the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: AK Okereke #10 of the Vanderbilt Commodores attempts a three point basket against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles against Sam Hoiberg #1 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles past Cale Jacobsen #31 and Braden Frager #5 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Devin McGlockton #99 of the Vanderbilt Commodores is helped to his feet by Duke Miles #2 during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Devin McGlockton #99 of the Vanderbilt Commodores reacts after being knocked down by Berke Buyuktuncel #9 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Tanner #3 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Devin McGlockton #99 of the Vanderbilt Commodores is fouled by Cale Jacobsen #31 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Tyler Nickel #5 of the Vanderbilt Commodores dribbles the ball past Cale Jacobsen #31 of the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores fans cheer during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - MARCH 21: Assistant coach Nate Loenser gestures during a timeout in the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores in the second round of the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament at Paycom Center on March 21, 2026 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images)
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; A Vanderbilt Commodores band member plays prior to a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; A Vanderbilt Commodores band member plays prior to a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; The Nebraska Cornhuskers mascot cheers during the first half against the Vanderbilt Commodores in a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers guard Sam Hoiberg (1) drives to the hoop past Vanderbilt Commodores guard Duke Miles (2) during the first half of a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
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Tyler Tanner, Duke Miles lead Vanderbilt basketball vs Nebraska in March Madness
Mar 21, 2026; Oklahoma City, OK, USA; Vanderbilt Commodores forward Jalen Washington (13) drives to the hoop past Nebraska Cornhuskers forward Braden Frager (5) during the first half of a second round game of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images
Glass is the second player in two days Byington has snagged from the transfer portal.
Berke Buyuktuncel , a transfer from Nebraska , committed to Vanderbilt basketball on April 17. The 6-10, 244-pound forward played one season at UCLA before spending two with the Cornhuskers . He averaged 6.5 points and 5.6 rebounds per game last season.
Paul Skrbina is a sports enterprise reporter covering the Predators, Titans, Nashville SC, local colleges and local sports for The Tennessean. Reach him at pskrbina@tennessean.com and on the X platform (formerly known as Twitter) @paulskrbina .
This article originally appeared on Nashville Tennessean: Ace Glass commits to Vanderbilt basketball as Washington State transfer
